T.I.L.E.

• The Transition to Independent Living and Education Program provides an educational experience that focuses on acquisition of skills necessary for independent living.• TILE is a collaborative effort program between Central Valley Regional Center (CVRC) and Fresno City College, both located in Fresno, CA. • This program provides training, support, and community college educational programs for persons with developmental disabilities

Mission and Goals:

• Enriching collegiate experience for persons with developmental disabilities• Interactive and inclusive environments• Learning activities that will transfer to life-long independent living skills• Independent living skills for employment readiness• Self-determination skills and knowledge of individual’s strengths• Empowerment through education

Entry Requirements:

• Student must be a CVRC client • Student must be 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or 22 years of age or older• Student must be able to function without college attendant care • Student must possess a desire to live independently • Student must possess self-help skills and be able to learn function independently • Student must be able to arrange own transportation

Program Duration & Schedule:

• 22 months (11 months per year) of instruction operating from mid-August through mid-July (curriculum includes 19 different modules)• Class schedule: Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. • Completion time of TILE may extend to 36 month based on individualized needs of the student• CVRC Program Manager and TILE Program Manager will concur on exceptions